Waterfront Treasure - Main WIE House - Vacation rental home in Kitty Hawk, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Blackbeard's Treasure might not be here, but you will make treasured memories! The WIE Village is unique in many ways...made from mostly local OBX re-purposed materials, combined with appeal, accommodate 2 to 10 people. Two pods & main home borders 1600 acres of nature preserve within 2 mi of the beach. To accommodate bigger events, reserve Pod Messi &/or Pod Zeus in addition to Main House. These listings can be found under my profile!
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The space
This space adopted a Giant Tortoise - Travel with Purpose when you stay with us and assist in global efforts to help save this handsome endangered species! This 1200 square feet home is a combination of mostly re-purposed wood from numerous homes, that have been torn down to make room for bigger beach homes. It has a exceptional beachy feel to it, and though it has a modest footprint the feeling is roomy. Includes a fireplace to take the chill off.
The WIE House is SO very unique it made it into the 2016 OBX Parade of Homes...learn more about the amenities and layouts by Googling "Parade of Homes OBX 2016" and go to House #11 !
Look forward to having you to one of the most unique properties you will ever stay in!!!!
Guest access
You will have the whole main home to yourself and your guests, including GOURMET Kitchen with a drip-style coffee maker!
You will also have access to the sound (weather permitting) and a tandem kayak. (The kayak is available on a first-come first-serve basis as it can be used by any guests staying at the WIE Village.)
Other things to note
This is a handsome waterfront location, and it may change your attitude for ever. Below is the story behind the WIE Village !
With green building in mind, we look to reuse and re-purpose materials that are left over from building sizable homes to create The WIE House. The first WIE House location is in an environmentally critical area, The Outer Banks (OBX) of North Carolina.

This concept is not unique to the OBX, as we would like to see it grow to any location where there are leftover materials on the job-site. Whether it be a remodel job or new construction, the benefits to this project are the use of leftover building materials, resulting in less forest destruction, filling of landfills, all while cutting expenses for all involved!

The WIE House is modest in physical size, but big in quality of living. The WIE House is constructed to be as maintenance-complimentary, and as energy-efficient as possible; including environmentally friendly items such as, metal roofs, rain water wine barrels to water landscaping, passive solar energy to maintain all exterior lighting, and all permeable walkways to prevent runoff to name a few!

A walkway will wind you up to the home that sits atop a hill and because lot clearing is kept to a minimum no driving of cars allowed on the lot.

Another goal of The WIE House concept is for local municipalities to get on board and see the value of higher density homes on property as opposed to the single Mega-Home!

The first WIE House was constructed on a lot owned by Jim Douglas on the Roanoke Sound, bordering the Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest became available for rent during Spring 2017.

Jim Douglas, The WIE House Founder

For your security - Mounted at the main entrance is one external camera!

About the Area

Located in Kitty Hawk, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Monument to a Century of Flight and Wright Brothers National Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Duck Woods Country Club and Kitty Hawk Pier. Children at Play Museum and Paradise Fun Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Kitty Hawk rental booking tips:

Money saving strategies:

• To get the best value, consider shifting your vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warm temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Some property management companies offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Kitty Hawk visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guide magazines have coupons for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Finding the perfect vacation rental:

• Start by choosing your trip dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration you need. Waterfront Treasure - Main WIE House has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Kitty Hawk rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the host before you book the property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what configuration is best for your vacation family.
• If there's a particular Kitty Hawk beach you are enamored with, search for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a property that allows animals. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• During check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Just before checking out, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review find their best rental home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.